We enjoyed our stay here. The place was well set up. My only complaint is the set up of the beedrooms. They are adjacent to walkways so anyone walking by and talking can wake you. But overall we found this a nice place to stay while in Kona.
Beckie B.
March 2025
Wonderful location with a few updates this property would be amazing. Invest in some new towels, a little more comfortable bed and some actual glass in the condo rather than just plastic.
kellie e.
March 2025
It was the best! We watched whales and dolphins from our lanai in the morning while we enjoyed our breakfast. The condo was bright and comfortable and well equipped. Kona Reef offers a wonderful pool and hot tub area. A great way to relax after a day of exploring. The location is perfect - walkable to beaches, shopping, dining. It was "home sweet home" for us for two weeks! It was difficult to leave.
Trudi W.
March 2025
Just as described in the listing. I’m writing this on our last morning here and hate to leave! Location- oceanfront, perfect!Walking distance to shops and restaurants.Cleanliness- no complaints and I’m picky! Maybe a little outdated like a couple people said, but who cares, it’s clean. Well stocked with anything and everything. Including beach chairs on the balcony, snorkel equipment, beach towels, etc. Kitchen well stocked with everything one would need and more. Check in process super easy. Convenient parking outside or under the covered parking garage.Customer service great if I had any questions at all. Balcony with table and 4 chairs-our favorite place to watch and listen to the ocean. Overall, 5 plus stars and I would highly recommend and hope to come back here again. Mahalo to Casago Kona/Owners!
Tonia B.
March 2025
We enjoyed our stay at Paul's VRBO. It's location and the property itself matched what was listed. Lots of places to shop/eat located a walkable distance.Would stay there again.
Mary R.
March 2025
Location is great for sunset and ocean views. The listing makes it sound like you can walk to the beach from the lanai and that really isn't the case. The condo itself is quiet and well equipped, but there are stains on the couch and carpet, screen door is torn in places, and the beautiful wood doors need a good dusting. Owner responded quickly to an air conditioning issue which seems to be resolved. We enjoyed our stay.stains on the couch
Barb T.
March 2025
The property's location is excellent. It's within walking distance from the shops yet far enough away to not be caught up in all the commotion. It's also right next to a little beach. The communication with the management was excellent. They were very accommodating and provided a nice welcome basket. The check-in process was also very easy. The only knock is the cleanliness could have been.a bit better.
Nate R.
March 2025
Recommend this excellent 2 bedroom 2 bathroom oceanfront. Turtles, dolphins and whales from lanai plus cruise ships, rowers, fishing boats and surfers.Has lots of what you need to cook but oddly no salt or pepper. Pool was clean. One window in kitchen doesn’t open but the ceiling fans kept us comfortable.Could use king mattress replacement as it sagged at top corner. Microwave made intermitent noise and had a bad electrical smell that needs maintenance Super happy to find something like this last minute!.
Beiningen C.
March 2025
We adored this property. Friendly host, well appointed kitchen, incredible coastal views of Whales, fish, dolphins, and surfers. The daily sunsets were breathgaking
Carl H.
March 2025
This is a well maintained unit that is tastefully decorated. The bed linens, bath towels and beach towels were all high quality. The kitchen was well equipped with anything you needed to BBQ down at the pool or cook in the unit. We really appreciated the tall lanai furniture that allowed us to easily whale watch. Also this unit has a locking screen front door which allowed great air flow so we never had to turn on the AC. But speaking of AC this is one of only a handful of units that has AC in the bedroom. Parking is first come first serve however there was never a problem finding a space. But don't forget to put your parking permit on the dash be cause onsite management does check and leave violation notices.The hosts and maintenance people for this unit were very responsive and easy to work with. We will definitely be renting this unit again!
MJ L.
March 2025
We had an incredible stay at this Vrbo in Kona! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the cleanliness, comfort, and stunning ocean views. The home was well-stocked with everything we needed, including a fully equipped kitchen, beach gear, and comfortable furnishings.The location was perfect—just a short drive to beautiful beaches, restaurants, and local attractions. We especially loved relaxing on the lanai, enjoying the breathtaking sunsets and ocean breeze. The neighborhood was peaceful, making it a great spot to unwind after a day of exploring.Our host was fantastic—responsive, friendly, and provided great recommendations for things to do in the area. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay in Kona and would absolutely book again on our next visit. Highly recommend!
Kyle W.
March 2025
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Kathy’s condo was ideal for our vacation. I have to agree with other reviews that blackout blinds in the bedroom would be great, as the outside lights do light up the room. That aside, this is the best place in the area. It’s close enough for an easy walk to restaurants, and it’s right on a fun little beach. I went from standing in the waves to swimming in the pool to totally relaxing in the hot tub. We had a lot of active days, and we usually chose easy prep/deli foods for dinner as sitting on our lanai listening to the waves was the perfect way to spend our evenings. The condo was super clean when we arrived; the furniture is all very comfortable, and everything we needed to spend time at the beach was available (chairs, coolers, snorkeling gear, towels.) The pool/bbq/common area is spacious and well-kept. I had a few questions in my planning and while we were there, and Kathy always responded promptly. If we ever return to the Big Island, we’ll definitely stay here. Thanks Kathy!
Julie C.
March 2025
We were all amazed with the location and beautiful views. From whale watching to the beautiful sunsets. The condo was very well stocked from the kitchen cupboards to the beach items. It was the perfect place for our little family reunion.
LORETTA M.
March 2025
Very nice, and helpful mgt. company.
March 2025
The location was perfect, and we watched the sunset over the ocean each night from our lanai. Parking was easy and it was just a few minutes from shopping and restaurants. Fully stocked kitchen and lovely gift bag of local treats. We would definitely stay again.
Elizabeth W.
March 2025
We stayed here with our 5 and 7 year old and it was a perfect setup. It had all the kitchen amenities you need and it was clean and well taken care of. We would definitely stay here again. Loved being right on the water. Definitely recommend!
Reeve F.
March 2025
This was my 9 time to Kona & have mostly stayed at the Kona Reef. Love the property & the location. This condo was great. Beautiful view. Well stocked kitchen etc. Would have been nice to have beach chairs which other places have had, but otherwise no complaints. Mahalo!
Cheryl D.
March 2025
Great location, view from Lanai was great. Saw whales and dolphins
Michael S.
March 2025
This was the perfect spot for my friends and me to vacation together. There is a beautiful view of the ocean from the lanai and whale sightings were plentiful. The pool is conveniently located and the grounds were clean and quiet. There are restaurants and shopping within easy walking distance. We really enjoyed our stay in this condo.
Kathleen C.
March 2025
Excellent location. Beautiful view, ocean all around
Cindi S.
March 2025
We had an amazing place to stay. The location of our condo was ideal for all the various beaches and other sites we visited. The weather was as perfect as you could want. A fabulous stay!
Sherman E.
March 2025
We enjoyed our stay. Location is close to amenities. Would recommend staying in these place
Lauro d.
March 2025
This VRBO was top notch! The owners have done an amazing job ensuring a well-appointed unit. We had everything we needed from a Ninja blender to beach chairs and beach toys! It was a great week!
Kimberly C.
March 2025
Everything was wonderful. Lori and Jay are excellent hosts. Their unit was clean and comfortable and they supplied everything you would need for a wonderful and relaxed vacation. It was located for an easy walk to town for shopping, eating and drinking. Parking included, we rented a car and went sight seeing and the unit felt like home after a long day of adventures. The bed was luxurious and we had no trouble adjusting to the time change. Thanks again for making our 30th anniversary a dream come true. Aloha
Claudia F.
March 2025
Unit was clean and organized. Location was convenient for walking to restaurants. Wonderful to have on sight parking. The park is well-used during the day with yoga and families playing in the sand. It was a bit disconcerting to have people sleeping in the park overnight but patio door was well secured.
Paula S.
March 2025
I’d definitely stay at Kona Reef Resorts, but I’d skip unit E-22 until the place gets a deep clean. The AC and WiFi were great. The view overlooking the pool and ocean is great. The bed is comfortable. However, the linens and towels need to be replaced. The washing machine needs to be bleached and scrubbed. The tile floors had not been cleaned so I bought some swiffer supplies and did that (could not get ahold of the management company, Casago Kona for supplies). There are some beach items such as 1 noodle, some chairs (we left 2 more), beach towels, and snorkel equipment which was nice. It would definitely be 5 stars if not for the unresponsive management company and the cleanliness issue. Hopefully these things can be remedied. Overall a great time on the Big Island!
Janelle F.
March 2025
My husband and I stayed in February and everything was great! The view is amazing, the condo is clean, it's so close to restaurants, the bed is comfortable, i highly recommend and I'd totally stay again!
Dana D.
March 2025
Great views and relaxing vacation!
Justin R.
March 2025
Views are amazing! Pool is absolutely awesome! Kids loved it…. My wife is also a huge fan of all the ocean excitement and wonderful sunsets…. Will come again…. Pure fun!
Kevin Z.
March 2025
Great location right at the waters edge. We spent late afternoon watching the surfers from the patio. Easy walk to the restaurants and bars in Kona. We enjoyed eating dinner on the patio which is good sized.
David W.
March 2025
We enjoyed our stay so much at Kona Reef. Close to everything yet quiet. Will come again
Martha S.
March 2025
This condo sits right next to the ocean, and it’s lovely to sit on the lanai and have coffee or a meal and watch the waves and the sunrise—or look for whale spouts! We had trouble getting in because we were given the code for the door rather than for the lockbox attached to the screen. Had to call and ask for the lockbox code to lock up after our stay. But the people were helpful and easy to contact. The washing machine is very loud but it works well.
Tracy W.
March 2025
Wasn’t as clean as past stays.
Doug L.
March 2025
This is the 7th time we have stayed in this condo. So, yes, we love it. Amazing view/location, sparkly clean, well-equipped kitchen, accommodating, easy to work with host.
Daniel C.
March 2025
Great spot. Great location. Walking distance to everything. Also great location for runners. Beautiful view. Nice pool. Never had a problem finding loungers. Highly recommend.
Stacey B.
March 2025
The kitchen small appliances work but are old. The kettle on/off button needed to be taped down to stay on, not safe.The bathroom fan was very loud . The sofa was very uncomfortable .
Raymond J.
March 2025
condo was in a good location it was clean and easy to accessBQs were out of service but the resort had provided 2 BQs to use
Don M.
February 2025
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great stay...but it was too short! The unit was clean, nicely decorated but a little small. The beach is right out the sliding back door with great views. The place is Fine for two people but would have been cozy for four. We loved how well stocked the kitchen was...and there were even folding beach chairs and snorkeling gear. The only disappointment was the couch: uncomfortable to sit on...can’t imagine sleeping on it as a foldout bed.
Kathleen A.
February 2025
Loved everything!
Renee B.
February 2025
Views of the ocean were nice from the lanai. Condo is adequately supplied but needs another chair in the living room. TV situation and condo are outdated.
Dawn S.
February 2025
Easy check-in. Prompt communication. Loved our location. Pool was nice. For our stay-this worked well.TV was a little complicated but we weren’t here to watch TV that much. Hot tub didn’t work (jets would not come on). Other than that we’d recommend highly
Jimmer P.
February 2025
My family enjoyed our stay here. We chose a room with the balcony facing the water and it was fabulous. My teens shared the pull out sofa bed. The kitchen was well equipped and there were even full ice trays in the freezer. We explored the rocks and small tide pools right in front of the rental and also enjoyed the pool.
Mandy R.
February 2025
Wonderful location and facilities - you can’t beat the view! Enjoy the surfers, see the turtles munching in the rocks with your morning coffee on the deck! Crazy sunsets. Great Kona location and easy safe parking. Quick walk to Kona shopping or snorkel beaches etc!
Garet K.
February 2025
Really great location, and beautiful beachfront condo
Pamela M.
February 2025
Exactly as pictured with the water and beach right there, as well as excellent location for enjoying the Big Island. This was our 3rd time using this unit we like it so much. Quality of the interior is a pleasure as well as the communication with the host.
Judy A.
February 2025
We had a fantastic stay at your condominium. The location is fantastic from the views to the easy walk into town. The condo is well equipped and had everything we needed! Highly recommend!
Kim B.
February 2025
Cons:No electric power in bathroom from Tues to Sat. Asking for partial refund. Under bed filthy. Needs new dishwasherShower was full of hair on wallsOwner unavailable had to use maintenance company which was horrible to get hold of. Even VRBO tried to get hold of them and couldn't.Pros:Nice poolEasy walk to restaurant and shoppingrust and breaking apart.
Vickie D.
February 2025
We loved this place. The patio faces the ocean just feet away with a great view. Beaches and downtown are in walking distance. The condo has everything we needed. We would stay here again.
Jeff J.
February 2025
We were mere feet from the ocean, and had an ocean side pool. It was within walking distance of everything! The place was amazing! Would definitely recommend to everyone!
Roxanne R.
February 2025